❀ Sixteenth Illusion ❀ Kanda Yu : Video / Land of Dragons

[decaying]

[It was a rainy day in the Land of Dragons and Kanda was sitting underneath a small wooden roof watching a man finishing up the details on a pair of kendo sticks. He didn’t seem to mind the weather, the exorcist coat was meant to withstand all of mother nature's fury after all.]

Don’t forget to add an extra layer of stitching over the handle on that one. [There was a worker not too far from where he sat in wait. This seemed to be the forgers workshop of sorts. Kanda didn't even bother to look at the man as he addressed him, he had other matters to take care of.]

Elizabeth, you asked me to train you a few days ago. I'm going to keep my word. I have never trained anyone before but my master trained me well. I know my code but I have never seen the differences in training done between men and women. I know they exist but I'll be teaching you the same way I was taught, you will have to be the one to tell me your limits.

[The worker walked over to Kanda presenting him the first kendo stick. He took it in his arms, standing up, and sizing it up in silence before continuing.]

Whether you're a child or a woman, you can never assume your enemy will show you any mercy. More often than not, they don't care about discipline or follow any codes for war. They'll kill indiscriminately so you will be trained the same way. Gender doesn't make a warrior, their skill with a sword does. If you're willing to accept that then I will be your teacher.

[The worker returned with the second stick and Kanda took it, scrutinizing the hilt, it was a bit more bulkier than the previous one he was shown and he nodded his approval to the worker who quickly moved away.]

When are you free.

Comments

[Private]

[executionerrose]

I think it is a good idea for Lizzie to train her sword skills if that is what she feels she has to do but... I wonder if she know what she is getting herself into.

[Lizzie might be in for a very rude surprise with Kanda's training style. ]

Even if you said you wouldn't take it easy on her I hope you will take her inexperience in these matters into consideration.

[Private]

[decaying]

You make it sound as if I didn't know what I was doing. I'm starting from scratch, what the hell do you think these are for.

[Private]

[executionerrose]

I was actually concerned Ms. Elizabeth might not know what she was doing.

[He didn't doubt Kanda's abilities, his people skills maybe, but when it came to fighting Kanda knew what he was doing. ]

[Private]

[decaying]

She's just going to have to find out.

[Video]

[blitz_acing]

I didn't know you were taking students...

[Video]

[decaying]

I wasn't. She asked nicely.

[Video]

[blitz_acing]

You could use another student.

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[iscursednomore]

Look at you being all serious and mentorly.

[Yes, Fai had to comment.]

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[decaying]

[Look at you ruining the moment.]

What do you care.

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[iscursednomore]

[It's what he does best.]

it's like your all grown up and being less cranky. I'm so proud.

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[mynameisallen]

[See Allen giving you a rather cheesy grin.]

I never thought I'd see the day, you really are a nice guy Kanda.

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[decaying]

[Go away, Allen. This is serious business.]

What are you talking about.

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[mynameisallen]

[How about when pigs fly?]

You're usually a jerk, especially to me. I guess being here and Lenalee being a big influence helps. Now I just need you to start calling me by my name and it's perfect.

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[offrillsandswords]

Thank you~! Thank you~!

[She's still happy that you said yes, it means she can work hard and do her best to protect the ones she loves.]

I promise that I'll be my best. [Which she will once she listens to what you say over the network.]

I accept that being cute doesn't work when it comes to sword work. My mother trained me ruthlessly, so I expect the same here.

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[decaying]

Being cute? [She considered herself cute? Wasn't expecting that.]

When are you free.

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[offrillsandswords]

[She means acting cute. She realized sometimes she does use that to get her way.]

Yes, some people do reaction when someone acts cute. But in a battle, you can't do that.

[She nodded slightly.]

I'll make sure Isabelle is well fed and then I'm free.

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[spellbreaking]

Hm? ( she raises her brows )

You're going to offer lessons to Elizabeth in the ways of combat?

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[decaying]

I am. You know her?

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[spellbreaking]

I do, she's a dear friend. I hadn't expected her to want to learn combat, though.

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[handofdoom]

[ get out of his home, you. he'll be perched up somewhere behind him, just watching him ] Tch.

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[decaying]

[Well, hell. Kanda hadn't been expecting that. He heard the sound and turned his head only to see this jerks face.]

What the hell do you think you're doing.

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[handofdoom]

Whatever I want to. What does it matter to you?

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[sanguineheels]

Kanda? [pause. She considers for a moment, her expression thoughtful before settling on a smile.]

I didn't know you were taking students for training! [And a girl, no less!]

[video]

[decaying]

She asked nicely!

[Why can't people just understand that!]

[sanguineheels]

[No use in hiding the laughter now. But she does cover her mouth with a hand until she gets her laughter under control.]

I'm sure she did. I'm impressed, Kanda! I'm sure you'll be a good teacher.